A Visual Grammar of English

by Lubna Alsagoff

Mention grammar and you ll likely hear a yawn. Grammar as a subject of study often has a bad reputation it is almost always associated with drill and practice, and memorising lots of rules and technical terms. This book is different. It will show you English grammar in a new light. Through the use of easy-to-read charts, diagrams, tables and concept maps, this book will explain how grammar works to make it less abstract and more interesting. Learning the why and the how behind the grammar rules and technical terms is key to developing a deeper understanding of the way language works. So, even if you have no prior background in the study of language or if English is not your native tongue, this book can help you learn how English grammar works quickly and effectively! Salient A uniquely visual approach to learning grammar clear diagrams and colour coding make it easier for users to relate to and understand grammar Written in a simple and engaging style that is reader-friendly A comprehensive primer to English grammar that is useful to both teachers and students alike Table of How to Use this Book
How this Book is Organised
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Word Class
Chapter 3: Nouns and Noun Phrases
Chapter 4: Verbs and Verb Groups
Chapter 5: Clauses and Sentences
Chapter 6: Putting it All Together
Dictionaries
Grammar References
Concordances and Corpora

Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

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[Mitha Sabana · Rating 5 out of 5]

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